Not only does Colombia have great coffee, fruit galore and a lively music culture, it’s also one of the most biodiverse countries in the world. Its remarkable range of habitats […]

Underwater oasis: where to dive in Oman
With more than 2000km of coastline, Oman is a spectacular dive destination with many of the same species of coral and marine life as the Red Sea, but a fraction […]

Russian Far East: top 10 experiences
The Russian Far East has a mystique that’s been luring travellers for generations. With the volcanoes and geysers of Kamchatka, ancient stone pillars on the Lena River and some of […]

How to live like a Local in Cape Town
Lonely Planet Local Lucy Corne fell in love with Cape Town following an overland trip across the continent. She was hooked by its mountain-meets-beach beauty, its laid back attitude to […]

By land and sea: outdoor adventures in Indonesia
Stretching more than 4000km from east to west, Indonesia’s sprawling, island-packed jungle archipelago offers many opportunities for active and adventurous travellers. Superb diving and snorkelling showcase a diverse and colourful […]

Five reasons to explore Antananarivo
Antananarivo, the tongue-twisting capital of Madagascar, is often overlooked by travellers, which is an opportunity missed. Yes, it’s a busy, ramshackle sort of place where traffic is a problem and […]

Botswana: the joys of a mobile safari
Sleeping in the wild on a mobile safari, with nothing but a piece of canvas between you and Africa’s wildlife, may not be for everyone, but it makes for a […]

Tofo, Mozambique: small town, big experiences
Day or night, there’s always something going on in Tofo. It’s an unassuming village in Mozambique, yes, but offshore its waters hold a world of delights, and there are numerous […]

Alps, art and aperitivo: 10 reasons to visit Piedmont
With some of Italy’s best wines, truffles, beef and chocolate, the northern Italian region of Piedmont offers a plethora of exhilarating tasting experiences. The capital Turin’s palaces and post-industrial warehouses […]

Argentina as muse: works of art inspired by Argentine landscapes
Francis Ford Coppola found creative inspiration in the energy of Buenos Aires. Antoine de Saint-Exupéry appreciated Argentina’s mountains from an aerial perspective. From the snow-capped Andes and the far-flung reaches […]